soup
Gaeng Jued
แกงจืด
Mild
Gaeng Jued is Thai clear soup — a mild, clean broth with tofu, pork meatballs, glass noodles, and vegetables, seasoned lightly with soy sauce and white pepper. It is the Thai answer to chicken noodle soup.
Cultural Origin
Gaeng Jued is a mild, clear Central Thai soup with Chinese-Thai roots, built on a light pork or chicken broth with vegetables, glass noodles, tofu, and minced pork. It is a household balancing dish served alongside spicy curries and salads at family meals.
Allergens & Sensitivities
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Key Ingredients
- pork broth
- tofu
- glass noodles
- pork meatballs
- white pepper
Where to Try It
Thai rice-and-curry shops (khao rad gaeng) throughout the country as a standard accompaniment to spicy dishes.
Tips
- Order Gaeng Jued alongside spicy dishes to cool your palate between bites of Pad Kra Pao or green curry.